The Guardian Europe
European spy chiefs warn Russia may test Nato in 'months not years,' while the Baltics say calm down, and everyone agrees the sabotage is only getting started. Cheery stuff.
The Guardian Europe
Putin and Trump's envoys meet to end a four-year war, while both sides agree not to bomb capitals for three days - diplomacy at its finest.
BBC World
Trump's peace envoys jet off to Moscow and Kyiv again, because nothing says 'diplomacy' like a weekend trip to two countries at war.
The Guardian
Germany finally blames Russia for the Leipzig drone attack, announces sanctions, and evicts a spy-riddled cultural center, because even hybrid warfare needs a response.
BBC World
Russia launches a large-scale missile and drone attack on Kyiv, killing 13, including children, and damaging civilian infrastructure - because apparently two weeks without a major strike was too long.
The Guardian Europe
Trump tells Putin he's ready to help end Ukraine war, but the Russian leader seems more focused on wishing him a happy 80th birthday ahead of a White House cage match.
BBC World
Ukraine sinks five grain-stealing ships, admits a drone took a wrong turn into Romania, and Zelensky invites Putin to chat - while Putin ponders whether Zelensky counts as legitimate.
BBC World
Russia's latest 'warning' to Ukraine: hundreds of missiles, dozens of drones, and a hypersonic missile for good measure. Because nothing says 'we're not targeting civilians' like hitting schools.
The Guardian
Putin makes his 25th pilgrimage to Beijing, days after Trump, as China plays host to global leaders looking for friends - or at least someone who won't sanction them.
BBC World
Ukraine sends 556 drones to Moscow region, killing three and hitting oil refineries, as Zelensky calls it 'entirely justified' payback for Russian attacks on Kyiv.
The Guardian
Putin says the war is ending, right after hosting the saddest Victory Day parade in decades, and names his BFF Gerhard Schröder as his go-to negotiator.
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